Overview

The Biochemistry program at California State University Northridge is intended for students desiring research-oriented careers in the chemical, biochemical, or biotech industry; postsecondary chemistry/biochemistry teaching; or entry into Ph.D. programs.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students will:

Demonstrate basic knowledge in the following areas of chemistry: analytical, biochemistry, inorganic, organic, and physical.

Organize and communicate scientific information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

Effectively utilize the scientific literature to research a chemistry topic or to conduct chemical research.

Work effectively and safely in a laboratory environment, including the ability to maintain a proper laboratory notebook and use advanced chemical instrumentation.

Use computer technology for advanced chemical applications.

Demonstrate the ability to work independently in the lab by designing solutions to problems or devising experiments to test hypotheses.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Literature Seminar

Thesis Seminar

Directed Graduate Research

Thesis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-07-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Los Angeles, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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General requirements

In addition to general University requirements for admission, a bachelor’s degree with a 3.0 or higher overall GPA and a major in Chemistry, Biochemistry or other area with the appropriate science content is recommended. Applicants with an overall GPA between 2.75 and 3.0 must additionally submit GRE scores (from the general test)

Foreign students must submit English proficiency test scores to demonstrate their proficiency in the English language

Departmental approval. The department also requires the submission of a personal statement and at least one letter of recommendation

Demonstrated competence in biochemistry and organic chemistry, as well as one other chemistry subdiscipline (chosen from analytical, physical or inorganic chemistry), either through satisfactory scores on the departmental proficiency exams or through coursework in these areas

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

9464 USD / year

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Out-of-State

9464 USD / year

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In-State

9464 USD / year

≈ 9464 USD / year

Additional Details

If you are not a resident of California, add $420 per unit.

Living costs

Los Angeles

United States

1520 - 2570 USD / month

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